Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- South Beach Park, Vero Beach, FL
- Distance
- Individual 5K Run/Walk · Team 5K
From the Organizer
Thrive IRC, formerly The Substance Awareness Center (SAC) 5K Run/Walk will take place Saturday, September 26th at 7:30 AM at South Beach Park, Vero Beach.
Thrive IRC's Freedom 5K Run/Walk benefits Thrive's mission: To protect and empower our community by providing resources, prevention strategies, and recovery services that address substance misuse and behavioral health, promoting long-term wellness.
Race Amenities:
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Cool T-shirts (*Guaranteed for the first 250 registered)
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Awesome Awards
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Food & Beverages post race
Race Fees until 9/25:
Adult: $35
Team: $30 (per runner with 5+ runners per team)
Early Packet Pickup & Registration:
Friday, September 25th: Early Packet Pickup, Thrive IRC, 2300 5th Avenue Suite 103 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration:
Location: South Beach Park (1702 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963)
6:30 AM: Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
7:15 AM: Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
7:30 AM: 5K Start!
*Awards Ceremony Following 5K
Awards
Overall Top Male and Female
Age Groups (Top 3 M & F): 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Top Fastest Team (minimum of 4)
Fastest Walk Time 1st - 3rd
Overall Top Fundraiser
Overall Top Fundraising Team
Race Raffle Tickets
🎟 Race Day Raffles You Won’t Want to Miss!
Register for the chance to take home incredible prizes! Raffle tickets will be available for purchase on race day and currently online. Prizes to be released as soon as possible!
👉 You do not have to be present to win.
Distances & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk?
- Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk is a running event held in Vero Beach, FL. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Vero Beach, FL at South Beach Park, Vero Beach, FL. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk
Sep 26, 2026